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Your Business Services Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in business services franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the business services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Business Services Franchise Business Expansion NewsChem-Dry, Nation's Best Carpet Cleaner, Welcomes Two New Franchise OwnersThe two newest members of the Chem-Dry franchise family are longtime small businessmen who fought through injury and natural disaster to open their Chem-Dry locations in areas new to the world's largest carpet cleaner. New Mover Marketing Franchise Awards Territory to Franchisee of the YearDuring their most recent annual convention, Our Town America’s CEO, Michael Plummer, announced they would be awarding a new territory to their franchisees of the year, Jess Damiani and Heather Wahl, for free.
BlueGrace(R) Logistics Expands Internal OperationsOn the heels of nationwide growth and expansion, Riverview based BlueGrace® Logistics, the nation's most progressive logistics, transportation and technology provider, announced today that its internal operations will expand to an additional... The Growth Coach® Breathing New Life into Greater Dallas Area Businesses in Tough EconomyDebra Austin, owner of the local The Growth Coach franchise, is helping businesses in Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Wylie, Rowlett, Sachse, Garland, among other areas, succeed in today’s increasingly unstable economy. When It Comes to Restroom Hygiene, Enviro-Master 'Shines'With 11 franchises currently open and operating in seven states, Enviro-Master is looking to have a total of 100 U.S. franchises within the next 48 months.
Express Employment Professionals Expands In San FranciscoAs more businesses and job seekers continue to rely on the services of staffing firms, one of the world’s largest staffing companies is planning for growth and expansion in the greater San Francisco area.
360clean is Expanding in Mobile and Seeks Franchisees to Manage Growth360clean expanded to the Gulf Coast in 2010 and now needs more franchisees in Mobile, Alabama market to manage the current and future growth. ANY LAB TEST NOW(R) Opens New Facilities in South Florida; To Provide Convenient Lab Testing Direct-to-ConsumerIn an effort to provide professional, convenient and affordable lab testing, ANY LAB TEST NOW®, one of the nation's fastest-growing retail franchising opportunities with 24 locations in Florida, has opened its newest locations in the Aventura/North... Area Residents Team Up to Open First LED Source Franchise in the State of FloridaDespite their diverse career backgrounds, west Florida residents Scott Weber, Marc Soudijn and Haitham Charles have teamed up to open Florida’s first-ever franchised location of LED Source®.
PrideStaff Expands With New Staffing and Employment Agency in PrincetonPrideStaff, a national staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in the Princeton, NJ area. The Eco-Friendly Filta Franchise Hopes to Promote Sustainability Solutions in Charleston, SC with a New Franchise LocationFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has opened up a new location in Charleston, SC. The franchise is rapidly expanding its eco-friendly services across Charleston. Truly Nolen Is Pleased to Announce Their Newest Franchise Serving the State College, Altoona, & Hollidaysburg (Pennsylvania) AreasTruly Nolen, the world’s leading family owned pest control company, is pleased to announce the opening of our newest franchise in State College, Pennsylvania and local resident, Mark Wilson, as our new Truly Nolen Franchise owner. United Franchise Group Launches New Franchise CompanySuperGreen Solutions, a premium one-stop shop for all your energy efficient needs, announced today its plans to expand nationwide by offering franchise opportunities to qualified candidates. Chris Wiseman Continues Service for Nation as ActionCOACH Business CoachThe Free Franchise for the Forces Program instituted by ActionCOACH is paying dividends. FASTSIGNS(R) Enhances New Store Growth Capabilities, Expands Relationship With Long Time Partner Cassidy TurleyContinuing to solidify its spot as the leader in the visual communications industry, FASTSIGNS International, Inc.,announces the hire of Cassidy Turley to manage site selection, acquisition, and construction management for its new store growth throughout. Express Employment Professionals Expands In BostonAs more businesses and job seekers continue to rely on the services of staffing firms, one of the world’s largest staffing companies is planning for growth and expansion in the Boston area. Chem-Dry: As Housing Market Begins Rebound, Demand Grows for Sustainable Surface CleaningAs the nation continues to pull itself out of recession, demand grows for reliable, affordable ways to maintain surfaces in the country's homes.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) Named Supplier of the Year by Walmart Financial ServicesJackson Hewitt Tax Service(R), the nation's second largest tax preparation firm, today announced that it has been named Supplier of the Year by Walmart's Financial Services Division. Local Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning Companies Expand in Key Illinois, Colorado, Texas MarketsChem-Dry, the world's largest carpet cleaning company with more than 3,500 units, recently expanded its franchise holdings in key markets in Colorado, Texas and Illinois. Seattle and Chicago Now Keylingo MarketsTwo of the most diverse and dynamic business centers in the United States are now home to a Keylingo Translations office. Jackson Hewitt(R) Opens Doors for 2012 Tax SeasonJackson Hewitt Tax Service®, the nation's largest privately held tax preparation firm, heralds the start of the 2012 tax season today by opening the doors to thousands of neighborhood office and Walmart kiosk locations throughout the country. 27 New Franchises In 12 Months Translates Into Fast Growth For Keylingo® TranslationsOne of the most popular franchise offerings in the past 12 months has been from a company called Keylingo Translations, which specializes in fast, efficient, affordable and very accurate translation services. Volvo Rents 'Digging' Its Way Into Western PennsylvaniaVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of Equipment Rental Services, LLC, a single location construction equipment rental company based in Burgettstown, PA. LED Source Celebrates Dallas Grand OpeningWith the disappearance of incandescent light bulbs on the horizon comes the rise of alternative lighting solutions such as light-emitting-diodes, or LEDs. Though LED lighting has steadily increased in demand, the average American consumer has no idea... Interim HealthCare Announces Expansion Plans In New JerseyInterim HealthCare, the nation's leading home care, hospice and healthcare staffing franchise, announced today it is seeking to expand its presence into New Jersey. Amazing Spaces Storage Center Celebrated the Grand Opening of a 4th Store Located in the Houston Medical CenterAmazing Spaces, a leading provider of upscale self-storage solutions, celebrated the grand opening of its 4th store with an incredible party and gift to the Shriners Hospital for Children on April 20th. Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Announces The Rebranding Of Radisson Edwardian Hotels To Radisson BluCarlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, and Edwardian Group Limited, announced they will rebrand all Radisson Edwardian Hotels, a portfolio of 13 hotels in the United Kingdom and Manchester, to the... The Radisson Blu Hotel Cape Town Receives MakeoverThe Radisson Blu Hotel Cape Town is delighted to announce that it will be refurbishing all 108 of its Standard rooms. BookKeeping Express ‘Balances’ Boston’s Small Businesses’ Need for Certified Services with Grand Opening of First Area OfficeBookKeeping Express, the first U.S. franchise focused solely on bookkeeping services, recently opened its first office in Massachusetts, serving businesses throughout Boston’s North Shore and Innovation District. Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group opens Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City CentreCarlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, today announced the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre in India. SIGNARAMA Supports Veterans With New Initiative ProgramSIGNARAMA, the world’s largest full-service sign business, announced today the launch of “SIGNARAMA Salutes Our Veterans,” a new initiative that supports returning military members seeking to start a SIGNARAMA franchise. Truly Nolen Is Pleased to Announce Their Newest Franchise Serving the Greater Atlanta AreaTruly Nolen, the world’s leading family owned pest control company, is pleased to announce the opening of our newest franchise in Georgia and local residents David Phelps and Chris Ashley new Truly Nolen Franchise owners. Carlson Continues Expansion Of Country Inns & Suites By Carlson(sm) With Opening Of 21st Location In TexasCarlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, today announced the further expansion of Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM in Southeastern Texas.
Welcomemat Services Continues Expansion with Signing of New FranchiseesWelcomemat Services announced today the signing of three new franchise agreements in the past 60 days, fueling the growth of the Atlanta-based marketing strategies and technology company that provides monthly direct-mail packages to new movers. FASTSIGNS® to Enter Puerto Rico with Five-Unit Franchise DealFASTSIGNS International Inc., the worldwide franchisor of FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers, has announced a deal with a trio of prestigious business leaders in Puerto Rico to bring five locations to the island in the next five years. New Indianapolis Stop & Shred Provides the Ultimate Identity Theft Protection for Home and BusinessThe Indiana based Stop & Shred Franchise System LLC is pleased to announce the opening of its newest facility to serve the security shredding needs of the Indianapolis area with confidential, documented shredding for home, and small to mid-sized... Glass Repair and Replacement Business Celebrates OpeningThe Glass Doctor(R) of South Mississippi franchise owned by Steve Kennedy is now open for business and ready to "fix your panes." Volvo Rents Opens East Region Office, Announces Management Team to Support GrowthTo support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of an East Region Office and appointment of a new management team. Lee Dickinson Helps Businesses Grow Profits as an ActionCOACHAfter 25 years of providing professional business services, consultancy and corporate management to his corporate employers and clients, Lee Dickinson felt it was time to fulfill his professional dreams and own his own business, while also helping his... Intelligent Office Announces Second Location in Las VegasIntelligent Office, a virtual, professionally staffed office space for mobile executives, small businesses, professional services firms, and independent contractors, is announcing that they are expanding their Las Vegas area presence with the addition of.
Proforma Opens Eight New Offices in JanuaryProforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome eight new offices to our network. Cartridge World Opens Online Office Supply StoreSince 2003, business customers have saved 30-40 percent on printer cartridges at Cartridge World. Now they can save time by ordering from Cartridge World's new online store at www.CartridgeWorld.com. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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